Guide Note

The family of Alex Jimenez, an Army sergeant who has been missing in Iraq for more than a year, were notified on July 10, 2008, that his remains have been found.¹

Jimenez was kidnapped during an ambush in May 2007. The remains of Byron Fouty, who was seized in the same attack, were also found.¹

Fast Facts

1. From Lawrence, Massachusetts
2. Had been promoted in January 2007²
3. 25 years old at time of disappearance
4. Member of the 10th Mountain Division²
5. Ambushed south of Baghdad
6. Taken captive
7. Attack occurred on May 12, 2007
8. Attackers suspected to be linked to Al Qaeda²